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Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University is a large public research university in Boca Raton, Florida, known for its beach‑adjacent campus, strong business and marine‑sciences programs, and lively commuter‑style student life. Students often rave about the 400+ clubs, intramural and Division I sports, the many on‑campus events, and the easy access to South Florida beaches, internships, and nightlife.

State

Florida

Student Population

30,000

Acceptance Rate

65–73%

GPA Range

3.2–3.4

SAT Range

1040–1210

Common Majors

business, biology, nursing, criminal justice, psychology, computer science

“FAU is welcoming and diverse, with easy ways to get involved in clubs and events; the classes are challenging but professors are approachable, and the location near beaches and the city keeps life outside school engaging and fun.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $4,879; Out-of-state: $17,324

Conference

American Athletic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

70.95

Avg Women's Scores

72.92

Men's Team Notes

Owls men posted 283.8 adjusted averages over 11 events at Seminole Intercollegiate (Donnie B. Finn Memorial Course) and FAU Spring Championship, securing 1 win and 2 top-3s with national #81 ranking. Par-5 dominance and Florida depth fueled contention amid coastal winds.

Women's Team Notes

Owl women carded competitive rounds at Golfweek Fall Challenge (Sea Witch Golf Links) finishing T15th/18 and other invitationals, led by strong individual top-25s. Balanced scoring on Palm Beach County layouts advanced regional positioning with precise irons on firm Florida tracks.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Adrien Mörk

Women's Coach

Heather Bowie Young

Men's Email

amork@fau.edu

Women's Email

hbowieyoung@fau.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Adrien Mörk is Florida Atlantic men’s head golf coach, leading the Owls in the American Athletic Conference. A former collegiate‑golf standout and long‑time coach, he has helped guide the program with a strong, competitive schedule and an emphasis on scoring‑oriented play. Mörk focuses on player‑development, technical‑skill refinement, and a demanding practice environment aimed at keeping FAU competitive within the AAC and pushing toward NCAA‑postseason‑level success.

Women's Coach Bio

Heather Bowie Young is Florida Atlantic women’s head golf coach, entering her fifth season with the Owls in 2025–26. A former top assistant at Clemson, she brings experience from multiple NCAA‑Regional and national‑ranking seasons. Bowie Young emphasizes fundamentals, short‑game precision, and a team‑driven culture, working to elevate FAU women’s golf within the American Athletic Conference and toward more consistent NCAA‑postseason‑caliber seasons.

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